Tessa D. Charlery, Executive Director of MAX

Tessa D. Charlery is the Executive Director for Mid-Atlantic Crossroads (MAX) under the University of Maryland’s Division of IT, stepping into the role in July 2026. Being well versed in MAX’s history and strategic goals, Tessa is able to advocate for MAX within the community, grow the MAX portfolio, and lead the team into new pathways and opportunities. Tessa uses her data-driven mindset and exceptional leading abilities to maintain and strengthen MAX’s reputation.

Tessa served as MAX’s Director of Finance for over twenty years where she was responsible for every facet of MAX’s financial operations. Tessa is skilled in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting, all of which help to optimize MAX’s financial performance and now aid in her mission to grow MAX’s business.

She graduated from University of Maryland University College with a Master of Science in Management (MSM) with a concentration in Finance.